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Islamic banking in Malaysia stands out because it follows the principles that are derived from Islamic teaching, which distinguishes an Islamic bank from a conventional bank. These principles include the prohibition of riba (usury) and Ggharar (uncertainty). It also emphasiszed fairness through risk sharing and profit sharing which is known as Muda

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Engaging in a conflict of interest or even a potential conflict of interests may be perceived as disloyalty and hence, makes it essential to manage such situations effectively. It is crucial to handle occurrences of conflict of interest transparently and ethically so that any potential legal issues may be safely avoided. It is also worth mentioning